1. Chicago Department of Public Health Office of Violence Prevention Chicago Department of Public Health Call 312.745.0381 to register. March 25: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 (noon) Teen Suicide Dina Levi, LPC, Riveredge Hospital When a teen commits suicide, everyone is affected. Family members, friends, teammates, neighbors, and sometimes even those who didn't know the teen well might experience feelings of grief, confusion, guilt — and the sense that if only they had done something differently, the suicide could have been prevented. Come to understand the forces that can lead teens to suicide and learn how to help. Location: King Center, 4314 South Cottage Grove Avenue, Chicago, IL Street parking available June 9: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. (noon) Hate Crimes Kimberly Edwards, Ph.D., Chicago Commission on Human Relations Hate crimes continue to have a major impact nationwide. A violent hate crime is intended to “send a message” that an individual and “their kind” will not be tolerated, many times leaving the victim and others in their group feeling isolated, vulnerable and unprotected. Come learn more about these violent crimes and tools and resources to stop harmful bullying and make schools a more welcoming and accepting environment for all. Location: CDPH Training Center, 1642 North Besly, Chicago, IL Limited parking available September 8: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 (noon) Children & Trauma Kimberly Mann, LCSW, Ph.D., Chicago Sate University Young children are exposed to traumatic stressors at rates similar to those of older children. The most common traumatic stressors for young children include: accidents, physical trauma, abuse, neglect, and exposure to domestic and community violence. Come learn more about issues related to children and violence, trauma, and interventions that can help guide a child to mental wellness. Location: King Center, 4314 South Cottage Grove Avenue, Chicago, IL Street parking available Chicago Department of Public Health Office of Violence Prevention 333 South State Street, Suite 200, Chicago, IL 60604 312.745.0381 (p) * 312.745.7614 (f) * www.ChicagoSafeStart.net
